2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (286 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | TrailBlazer | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
